Saab JAS 39 Gripen

The Saab JAS 39 Gripen is a lightweight single-engine multirole fighter optimized for air-to-air and air-to-ground combat. Classified under HTS 8802.30.0110 for new military fighters with unladen weight over 2,000 kg but not exceeding 15,000 kg. Its design supports short-field operations typical of modern fighters.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8802.40.01Same rate: 35%

If unladen weight exceeds 15,000 kg

Heavier military aircraft shift to the over-15,000 kg subheading in 8802.40.

8802.60.90Same rate: 35%

If imported as a refurbished or used fighter

Used aircraft classify under 8802.60, distinct from new military designations.

8411Lower: 12.4% vs 35%

If imported solely as the gas turbine engine

Aircraft engines have separate classifications under heading 8411 by type.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Prepare detailed technical specifications confirming military fighter designation and weight parameters

Coordinate with U.S

Customs for AECA/ITAR classification rulings on foreign military sales

Avoid common pitfalls by excluding temporary equipment from unladen weight calculations